Physician Profile
Akira W. Gillingham, M.D.
Unclaimed ProfileAbout Dr. Gillingham
Akira W. Gillingham, M.D. practices obstetrics & gynecology in Chicago, IL. Akira is a 2013 graduate of Albany Medical College of Union University. Medicare claims data shows Akira provided 5,183 services to 921 patients. The services billed most often include injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit, pelvic exam, and ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding.
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Education & Training
Specialty
Credentials & Licensing
License numbers are what the provider reported to NPPES when the NPI was issued or updated. NPPES does not verify licensure; confirm current standing with the state licensing board.
Medicare information
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Contact Information
- (312) 472-3874
- Email not available
Practice Locations
250 E SUPERIOR ST # 5-2370
Chicago, IL 60611
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Obstetrics and Gynecology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location — this profile has not been claimed, so nothing here is a personal claim by the provider.
Conditions
Most searched conditions
Infections and vulvovaginal conditions
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Genital herpes
- Genital warts
- Vulvodynia
Menstrual and hormonal
- Absent periods
- Genitourinary syndrome of menopause
- Painful periods
- Perimenopause
- Premenstrual syndrome
Pelvic pain and benign gynecology
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Ovarian cysts
- Painful intercourse
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Urinary incontinence in women
- Uterine fibroids
Pregnancy
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Hyperemesis gravidarum
- Miscarriage
- Placenta previa
- Postpartum depression
- Preeclampsia
- Preterm labor
Cancer and precancer
- Abnormal cervical cells and cervical dysplasia
- Cervical cancer
- Endometrial cancer
- Endometrial hyperplasia
- Ovarian cancer
Contraception
- Birth Control Side Effects
Fertility
- Infertility
- Recurrent Miscarriages
Infections
- Chlamydia
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
Pregnancy Complications
Vaginal & Vulvar Health
Procedures & services
Most searched procedures
- C-section
- Hysterectomy
- IUD insertion
- Pap smear
- Ultrasound
Contraception and office treatment
Pregnancy and delivery
- External cephalic version
- Forceps- or vacuum-assisted delivery
- Prenatal care
- Vaginal childbirth
Preventive and diagnostic
Birth Control
Contraception
Diagnostic Procedures
Fertility
- Egg freezing
- Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
Hormone & Menopause
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Consultation
Laparoscopic and adnexal surgery
- Gynecologic laparoscopy
- Ovarian cyst removal
- Ovary removal
Pelvic floor
- Pelvic organ prolapse surgery
- Sling surgery for stress incontinence
Postpartum Care
Pregnancy & Prenatal
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- Prenatal genetic screening
Preventive Care
Preventive Screening
Routine Exams
Surgeries
- Endometriosis Excision Surgery
- Labia Reduction
- Tubal Ligation ("Tubes Tied")
Uterine and cervical procedures
- Cervical cone biopsy
- Dilation and curettage
- Endometrial ablation
- Hysteroscopy
- LEEP
- Myomectomy
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
5,183 services · 921 patients · 23 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding | Procedure | 51798 |
111 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Electronic assessment of bladder emptying | Procedure | 51741 |
98 | More than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Exam with injections of chemical for destruction of bladder using an endoscope | Procedure | 52287 |
73 | More than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Simple bladder irrigation and/or instillation | Procedure | 51700 |
42 | As often as other peers in OB-GYN |
| Creation of sling around urethra in female to control leakage | Procedure | 57288 |
39 | More often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Insertion of temporary bladder tube | Procedure | 51701 |
24 | Less often than most peers in OB-GYN |
| Non-needle measurement and recording of electrical activity of muscles at bladder and bowel openings | Procedure | 51784 |
21 | As often as other peers in OB-GYN |
| Complex measurement of pressure of urine flow in bladder with urethra pressure and voiding pressure studies | Procedure | 51729 |
21 | As often as other peers in OB-GYN |
| Injection of trigger points, 3 or more muscles | Procedure | 20553 |
21 | Too few peers to compare |
| Fitting and insertion of vaginal support device | Procedure | 57160 |
20 | As often as other peers in OB-GYN |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
Related providers
Connections drawn from the registry and from what providers have told us. A link here is not a referral or an endorsement.
Other OB-GYNs at this location 8
Same specialty, same street address — most likely the same department or group.
Related specialists at this location 1
Clinically related specialties at the same address — the people this provider most likely works alongside.
Also at this address 4
Providers at the same street address. Each files their own registry entry, so a shared practice often appears under several different names.
More connections — 32 related providers in 4 groups
Other OB-GYNs in Chicago 8
Same specialty, same city.
Trained at Albany Medical College of Union University 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 2013 at Albany Medical College of Union University 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding 8
Providers in IL who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What is Akira W. Gillingham's specialty?
Akira W. Gillingham is an OB-GYN in Chicago, IL. That is the designation recorded for this NPI in the federal registry, where it is listed as “Obstetrics & Gynecology”.
NPI registry
Where can I find Akira W. Gillingham?
Akira W. Gillingham is listed at 250 E Superior St # 5-2370, Chicago, IL 60611. Addresses come from the NPI registry and can lag a move, so confirm before travelling.
NPI registry
How do I contact Akira W. Gillingham?
The number on file is (312) 472-3874. Guide.md cannot book appointments or pass on messages — please call the office directly.
NPI registry
What is the NPI for Akira W. Gillingham?
Akira W. Gillingham's National Provider Identifier is 1265871867. It is issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is unique and permanent — it does not change if they move practice.
NPI registry
What is Akira W. Gillingham's education?
Akira W. Gillingham attended Albany Medical College of Union University, graduating in 2013. This comes from the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
How much experience does Akira W. Gillingham have?
Akira W. Gillingham has 13 years experience. Calculated from a graduation year of 2013, reported in the CMS National Downloadable File.
CMS public data
What is Akira W. Gillingham known for?
According to Medicare billing data, Akira W. Gillingham performs procedures including ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding, electronic assessment of bladder emptying and exam with injections of chemical for destruction of bladder using an endoscope, alongside routine visits and testing. This reflects Medicare patients only and is billing volume, not a measure of quality.
Medicare claims
Is Akira W. Gillingham's profile verified?
Not yet. This profile is built from public federal data and has not been confirmed by Akira W. Gillingham. If this is you, claiming it is free.
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